Vintage Hungarian Kalocsa Doily 10pc Set Hand Embroidered Colorful Table Assortment 1970s
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Personal story: Residing in Budapest, I source these handmade linens directly from Hungarian locals, bypassing middlemen and machine made replicas.
Size Approximations (with variances for handmade):
- Red Square Mats (3 Pieces): 16 cm x 16 cm each
- Yellow Rectangular Toppers (2 Pieces): 18 cm x 9 cm each
- White Circular Doilies (2 Pieces): 16 cm & 19 cm diameter
- White Square Mats (3 Pieces): 16 cm x 16 cm, 20 cm x 20 cm, 26 cm x 26 cm
Condition: Mixed vintage condition. While some pieces remain vibrant and preserved, others show signs of fading. Consistent with its 50-year history, the linens feature a natural patina of time. Authentic characteristics may include scattered amber age spots, faint surface marks, and stray threads- hallmarks of its genuine heritage.
Care: Vintage textiles require specialized cleaning; please research the proper protocols if you wish to iron or clean this piece.
What is Kalocsai? Kalocsai embroidery is a dazzling explosion of Hungarian spirit that transforms simple fabric into a colorful garden of wildflowers and sun-drenched peppers rendered in a dense, raised texture. Kalocsa art began in the 19th century as white-on-white lace and erupted into a vivid celebration of Hungarian pride, captured in every hand-stitched leaf and petal. These aren't just linens; they are survivors of a vanishing heritage. Skip the machine-made replicas and hold a piece of living history and pure folk art in your hands.